Persistent postural perceptual dizziness
What is it?
Persistent postural perceptual dizziness (PPPD) refers to a condition which is characterized by non-spinning dizziness and imbalance triggered by environmental or social factors. PPPD may also be triggered after an acute event that caused dizziness and vertigo such as BPPV, vestibular neuritis, stroke, Meniere’s disease, vestibular migraine, panic attack, concussion or a disease of the autonomous nervous system. It is a common diagnosis in people aged 30-50.
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Additional names
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- PPPD
Signs & symptoms
Symptoms may include dizziness, unsteadiness, or non-spinning vertigo present for most of the days for three months or more. The dizziness may get worse with upriht posture, movement and looking at moving objects.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis is based upon findings from medical history and physical examination. Further evaluation may be done to rule out other explanations.
Treatment
Treatment includes vestibular rehabilitation therapy, medications such as SSRI’s and SNRI’s, and coginitive behavioral therpay.
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